MCQ
Primary source of allelic variation is
  • A
    Independent assortment
  • Recombination
  • C
    Mutation
  • D
    Polyploidy

Answer

Correct option: B.
Recombination
b
Recombination is the primary source of allelic variation. The alleles of parental linkage groups separate and new association of alleles are formed in the gamete cells through recombination.

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